KATHMANDU, April 4: The Government of Japan and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have partnered to improve maternal and child health services in Nepal, focusing on climate resilience.
Japan has pledged USD 1.1 million for the ‘Project for Improvement of Maternal and Child Health Care Services and Adaptive Capacity in Nepal,’ which will run for 12 months, starting in March 2025.
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The project will target two climate-vulnerable districts, Jajarkot and Rautahat, by retrofitting 10 maternal health facilities with solar power, energy-efficient medical equipment, and upgraded water systems. Healthcare workers will also be trained to deliver emergency care in crisis situations.
An estimated 47,898 women and newborns will benefit from the initiative annually. This project aligns with Nepal’s climate adaptation goals and aims to strengthen the healthcare system, addressing challenges posed by natural disasters and climate change.